“It’s humbling and rewarding to be part of a project like this, and to
see that a little generosity and goodwill can make truly meaningful and
long-lasting changes in people’s lives”

The BCMC Build 2012 project was part of the recent Building Component
Manufacturers Conference (BCMC)
in New Orleans, and this was the third year in a row that volunteers
from the component manufacturing industry have contributed materials and
labor while at the Conference to construct a new home for a deserving,
hard-working family.

BCMC Build 2012 was undertaken in partnership with Habitat
for Humanity, New Orleans and the Structural Building Components
Association (SBCA).
The recipients of the home, Karen and Theodore Williams, are life-long
residents of New Orleans who had lost their home to Katrina. Gregg
Renner, VP, Marketing for MiTek USA, was chairman of the BCMC Build 2012
event. MiTek was instrumental in producing a short documentary about
BCMC Build 2012 and the Williams family, available at this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lxUA7TnnRnE

Completely framed and weathered-in over just one and one-half days, the
BCMC Build 2012 Habitat
for Humanity project was also constructed as a showcase for the
efficiency that can be achieved in wood-frame construction through the
use of components (roof trusses, floor trusses, and wall panels) and the
software that guides their design and manufacture. BCMC Build 2012 was
made possible through the generous material and labor contributions of a
number of organizations, including Southern Components, Inc. (through
the donation of roof trusses), Clearspan Components, Inc. (wall panels),
Panel Truss Texas, Inc. (floor systems), Huber Engineered Woods, LLC
(sheathing), Cargotec, USA (crane), Boise Cascade (LVLs), Hull &
Associates (framing), USP
Structural Connectors (construction hardware), and MiTek
Industries, Inc.

“As a teenager, I had many hardships. But now, I am a proud mother of
three beautiful children and two step-children. Therefore, we have five
in all, and 7 grandchildren, too. What a blessing. I am presently
employed at LSUHSC
and my husband is a proud veteran. We have always wanted to be
homeowners. Habitat for Humanity has allowed us to do just that. Since
we have been part of this caring organization, our lives have taken a
360. Not only does Habitat help low-income families, they also build
brand new lives. Thanks to Habitat for Humanity for making our dreams
come true,” said Karen Williams, the occupant of the new Habitat for
Humanity home.

“It’s humbling and rewarding to be part of a project like this, and to
see that a little generosity and goodwill can make truly meaningful and
long-lasting changes in people’s lives,” said MiTek’s Gregg Renner,
chairman of BCMC Build 2012. “MiTek is honored to have played a role in
making dreams come true for the Williams family.”

About MiTek

MiTek is the world's leading supplier of state-of-the-art engineered
products, software and services for the building components industry.
The Company prides itself on providing the competitive edge for each of
its customers. Although MiTek’s operations are global, its business
focus is always local, and the Company has a well-earned reputation for
innovation and customer dedication. Every product or service MiTek
delivers is designed to answer real customer needs. MiTek is a Berkshire
Hathaway Company (NYSE: BRK-A,
NYSE: BRK-B).
Learn more: www.MiTek-US.com.